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The average orthodontic practice produces $1.2 million per year. Only a select few ever break the $3 million mark. However, some doctors continue to grow their practice, year after year, even doing six figures in production. The secret to a scalable practice is operations, and the missing role is the Chief Operations Office (COO). Orthodontists maximize their revenue-generating potential when they are seeing patients, producing as much as $10,000 per hour. Sadly, most doctors waste their time managing their practice and doing it badly.

The sad truth is that most orthodontic offices miss four to five calls from leads looking to start treatment every single day. Why? Because the front desk is the most important AND most overlooked position in your practice. The nation’s fastest-growing orthodontists know that investing in hiring, training, and healthy office culture builds a team of scheduling coordinators that turn leads into new patients.

(Revised in 2022 with many changes based on suggestions offered in the reviews.) If you are fighting cavities and/or gum disease this book is for you. If you have bad breath this book is for you. If you are trying to help prevent getting sick from going out in public this book is for you. This book is about the bacteria in your mouth. If you are fighting gum disease or tooth decay then you have more bad bacteria than good bacteria in your mouth. If you have bad breath a lot then you have more bad bacteria than good bacteria. This book will teach you how to build up the good bacteria in your...

Bedside Manner: How to Gain Your Patients' Respect, Love & Loyalty is the definitive textbook on bedside manner. This book teaches all healthcare providers how to manage the needs, wants and fears of their patients. Bedside Manner explores a multitude of techniques to make better doctors, all based on Dr. Fleisher's six pillars of great bedside manner: compassion, communication, confidence, character, class and comedy/charisma. Every healthcare provider and every patient benefits from a great bedside manner. Through lessons, scripts, the shared experiences of Dr. Fleisher and other ...

The New Dentist’s Playbook, written by Jennifer Loyall, founder and CEO of leading insurance firm Loyall Group, is a warm, straight-talking audiobook that will show you how to thrive in this hour and how to surround yourself with the right guidance that can effectively navigate you through these changing times without risking burnout.

Doctor, are you tired of spending money on the never-ending chase for new patients? Are you tired of adding hours, or even days, to your schedule to simply cover the overhead in your practice? You can grow your practice without massive amounts of new patients and without adding hours or days to your schedule - it doesn’t have to be go-go-go all day, but you must shift your focus from only being great at clinical dentistry to prioritizing being great at your dental business! This book details how to make it happen.

Dental marketing could be one of the most important and most difficult challenges that dentists face. Get bad reviews, and your potential clients will go to another dentist. Fail to retain your customers and increase their lifetime value (LTV), and you face a constant uphill battle to get new and profitable customers. Not to mention the difficulties, time, and money wasted on trying to get qualified customers.

More and more dentists are signing up with dental insurance plans in the hopes that they will help bring in more new patients. The unfortunate part of this strategy is that corporate dental groups are leveraging their size and power in negotiating higher reimbursements. What are we as a group to do? For my practice, the answer to this question led me to discover a nearly unlimited and untapped market of fee-for-service patients who want and value their dental health but have a significant hurdle to coming in to see a private practice doctor.

Coach Heidi Mount's claim to fame is helping dental offices make $500+ more a day on tomorrow's schedule. By sharing her unique and "anyone can do" steps, you all can transform your dental practice and live your ultimate lifestyle. She reveals exactly how each team member can help the office earn more than $10k a month and consistently reach your collection goals.

Almost everyone has had a tooth filled or extracted due to a cavity. Tooth decay is a common condition, not only among children but also among adults. This oral condition is so prevalent that it is considered as the nation’s top chronic disease. Further, tooth decay is even more prevalent than asthma.Cavity prevalence is surprising considering that tooth decay is preventable. If you look at the numbers, the pervasiveness of dental cavities becomes even more startling. In a study (2011-2012) done by the National Institute for Health, together with the Center for Disease and Prevention ...

Jamie Greenley’s life was turned upside down by one seemingly simple decision. Well-intentioned dental professionals, although possibly persuaded by the industry itself, had convinced this healthy, athletic mother of three energetic boys that the best option for a dental issue was, in fact, safe and in her best interest. The procedure, although successful at first, led to the catastrophe that this 40-year-old now endures on a daily basis.

Are you a stressed-out dentist? You aren't alone. Dental school does not prepare us for the non-clinical side of dentistry: student loans, overhead, patient interaction, insurance companies, and staff issues to name a few. Although many of us share these struggles, we also feel deeply alone. Dentists, you're not alone anymore. Your health and happiness matter and Dr. Eric Block is here to help. Anxiety? He's been there. Burnout? He's done that. Recovery and getting back to loving dentistry again? Yes, he did--and you can, too. Whether you're a dentist, associate, thinking of transitioning, ...

Introducing: "Exploring the World of Dentistry," an all-encompassing and comprehensive eBook that takes you on an intriguing journey through the fascinating field of dentistry! From the basics of oral health to futuristic innovations, this guide covers every aspect of dental care and is an essential read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of what goes on behind the dentist's chair. Beginning with the history of dentistry, this captivating eBook delves into the development and progress of this essential healthcare field. Discover the complexities of oral anatomy and physiology, and ...

Community health workers, educators and individuals from around the world use Where There Is No Dentist to help people care for their teeth and gums. This book's broad focus makes it an invaluable resource. The author uses straightforward language and careful instructions to explain how to examine patients diagnose common dental problems, make and use dental equipment, use local anesthetics, place fillings, and remove teeth. There is also a special chapter on oral health and HIV/AIDS.

Are you thinking about starting your own dental practice and want to get it right the first time? For the enterprising dentist, The Simple Guide to Starting a Dental Practice and Getting it Right the First Time is an invaluable resource. Starting a practice from scratch in today's competitive market can be a scary proposition, but this guide will walk you through the steps to turn your dream into a reality.

Are you looking to cure your bad breath quickly? Are you embarrassed to go out and meet others due to your chronic bad breath? Then you will want to read on... Believe it or not there are effective ways on how to cure bad breath that won't cost you a substantial amount of money or take a long time to see any real results. And I give them to you within this guide.

Dentistry has made significant advances over the past decades, and millennials coming into the field now, have grown up with technology, a sense of work sharing, collaboration, and greater understanding of connected systems of health. So, why are we still operating private practices from an antiquated, 70-year-old business plan? In this audiobook, you’ll be able to find a methodology and road map for financial freedom and a sensible work-life balance, while practicing complete health dentistry, rejecting the encroachment of corporate firms, and having fun along the way.

It is so easy to feel confused and overwhelmed when it comes to cold sores. They seem to always know the perfect time to come out and ruin your life. Do you have an important job interview? Cold sore. Do you have a beautiful date with the person of your dreams? Cold sore, again. Is it your wedding day? Well, you guessed it, cold sore!

Even seasoned dentists can be overwhelmed by a practice purchase, sale, or partnership. And with good reason - even when executed properly, the stakes are high, disaster can be just around the corner, and unique emotional, financial, and legal issues often rear their ugly head. In Pain Free Dental Deals, Bill Barrett and Casey Gocel demystify the process of buying, selling, or merging a practice in order to uncover the smoothest and most profitable path forward.

How to inspire your team to greatness, grow an orthodontic practice you love, and live a life of meaning.